Lupo Italiano/ Italian wolfdog
Life expectancy
12 years
Age adult
20 months
Height (Shoulder height)
65 cm
Weight
24 kg
Coat texture
medium length / undercoat
Coat color
brown, spotted, orange&falb, white
Common illnesses
no diseases known for this breed
Food expenses per month in €
about € 55
Suitable for children
Rather not
Needs a garden
Rather yes
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather yes
First dog suitable
Rather not
Allergy friendly
Rather not
Athletic
Very atletic
Attention
Needs more attention
Care and grooming
Low grooming effort
Eager to learn
Low
Exercise
Needs a lot of exercise
Nature
sensitive / alert / bold / loyal / independent / careful
Bred for
work dog
Common illnesses
no diseases known for this breed
Dog type according to FCI
not FCI approved
FCI description
Not FCI Approved
Short description
The Lupo Italiano or Italian wolfdog is the product of a cross breeding of wolves and German shepherds in the Neatherlands. They should have been originally used as working dogs but they were too shy to do their jobs. The shyness is a byproduct of cross breeding with wolves. This breed needs soft but firm training and early socialization. Not suitable for beginners.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.